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Birmingham Running Festival 5k
Date / Time
Monday, April 6, 2026 at 9:55 a.m.    Put Race in my Planner +
Length 3.11 miles (5.0 km)
Description

Welcome Spring at the Birmingham Running Festival In Support of Birmingham Children’s Hospital on Sunday 5th April 2026

Celebrate spring at the Birmingham Running Festival on Sunday 5th April 2026, in support of Birmingham Children’s Hospital. Held at the iconic Sutton Park, this event features a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and Junior race with chip-timed results and a post-race celebration.

Whether you’re training for a bigger goal or looking for a great day out, this scenic course through the 2,400-acre National Nature Reserve is the perfect place to run.

Race Distances & Start Times

09:00 AM - Half Marathon
Elevation Gain: 306m
Cut-Off: 12:00 PM


09:45 AM - 10K
Elevation Gain: 144m
Cut-Off: 11:15 AM


09:55 AM 5K 
Elevation Gain: 72m
Type of Race  Road
Venue
Sutton Park, Park Road, Sutton Coldfield, B73 6BT B73 6BT
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Entry Fee

In Advance : £24.00 (affiliated)  £

On the Day : £24.00 (affiliated)  £
How to Enter Click this button to enter the race online: Enter This Race
Race Website www.runthrough.co.uk/event/birmingham-running-festival-april-2026
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